TODAY

Class reunion

Trinity High School Class of 1963 will host a class luncheon at noon today at Twist Grill and Bar at DoubleTree Hotel in Decatur.

SATURDAY

NAACP festival

Limestone NAACP will hold its 14th annual solo festival at Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church, 803 Westmoreland St., Athens, at 6 p.m.Saturday, June 16. Young and old singers and the community are welcome. No charge.

MONDAY

Self-defense course

Madison Police Department will host a RAD Systems Inc. self-defense course for women ages 12 and up from 6–9 p.m. June 18–21 at Dublin Park, 8324 Old Madison Pike, Madison. To register, contact Sgt. Christie Gover at 256-722-5618 or christie.gover@madisonal.gov. More information: rad-systems.com.

TUESDAY

Legion stew

The American Legion will hold its monthly chicken stew 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, June 19. Cost is $7 for dine-in all you can eat, including stew, drinks and desserts, or $7 per quart carryout. Carryout desserts are $1 each — two per quart and four maximum. Free delivery in Athens city limits for businesses or the homebound. To reserve carryout orders, call 256-230-6233 between 8 a.m.-noon June 18 or 19.

Donnell House tours

The historic Donnell House in Athens will be open for special tours from 10 a.m.-noon every Tuesday and 2-4 p.m. every Thursday beginning Tuesday, June 19. Donations will be greatly appreciated. For more information or to request special tour times, call 239-249-2211. The house has been chosen as one of only three prestigious PastPort sites in Limestone County in conjunction with the the statewide celebration of Alabama’s 200th anniversary. Alabama was a state only 27 years when the house was built by the Rev. Robert Donnell, an early and well-known pioneer of North Alabama. The home served as the headquarters of U.S. Col. Ivan Turchin during the Civil War’s Sack of Athens. A confrontation between Maria Donnell and Turchin led to a legendary event.

WEDNESDAY

Libraries Rock!

Ardmore Public Library will host a series of summer events as part of the “Libraries Rock!” summer reading program. Each event will be held in the new addition to the library. Events include: “Rocking at the Library” with Rachel Sumner, 10 a.m.Wednesday, June 20; “Songs of Treasure Island” with Hampstead Stage, 10 a.m. Monday, June 25; “Rocking Reader Magic Show” with Bruce Almato, 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 27; and Safari Greg, 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 11. All events for ages 12 and under.

THURSDAY

Homeownership workshop

Community Action Partnership, Huntsville/Madison and Limestone Counties Inc. and BBVA Compass will host a free homeownership workshop 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 21, at the Tom A. Scott Community Center, 609 Ninth Ave., Athens. Topics include preparing for ownership, budgeting, the mortgage loan process and home maintenance. Space is limited. To RSVP, call 256-704-1650.

UPCOMING

Respite night

Caregivers night out will be 6-9 p.m. Friday, June 22, at Lindsay Lane Baptist Church, 1300 Lindsay Lane, Athens. Make reservation by noon Thursday, June 21, by calling 256-232-7207.

Free concert

The U.S. Army Materiel Command Band from Redstone Arsenal and the 80-voice choir from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will perform at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday, June 23, as part of “Celebrate America” at 1804 Sparkman Drive NW, Huntsville. This concert will serve as one of the final performances of the U.S. AMC Band.

Babysitting class

Ardmore Public Library will host a teen Red Cross babysitting safety course 9 a.m.–2:45 p.m. June 28 and 29 at the library in Ardmore. The class is for ages 11–16 and requires prior sign-up.

Boat Party

The 12th annual Elk River Boat Party, hosted by Bridget and Mike Jackson of Anderson Creek, will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, June 30, and will feature music by Kozmic Mama. The event is by boat only. From the Tennessee River, travel north on the Elk River and under Lee Hi/U.S. 72 bridge, then left on Anderson Creek. The nearest boat launch will be Lee Highway/U.S. 72.

ONGOING

Summer concert series

Athens-Limestone County Tourism Association and Jimmy Smith Buick-GMC are hosting “Singing on the Square” again this year. The free events are open to the public and will take place 6–8 p.m. at the Limestone County Courthouse, Marion Street side, on the following dates: Friday, June 15, with Tom McClung and Friends; Friday, July 20, with Briana and Garrett Dean; andFriday, Aug. 3, with the Athens State Community Band. Attendees are asked to bring their own seating. Rain location: Vietnam Veterans of America, 17915 W. Elm St., Athens. More information: 256-232-5411.

SNAP signup

Retired Senior Volunteer Program is taking applications for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for ages 60 and older. The SNAP program helps low-income people buy the food they need to stay healthy. Call 256-232-7207 or come by the RSVP office at 409 W. Washington St., Athens, Mondays through Thursdays to complete an application.

Pop tab drive charity

Limestone County Farmers Federation is collecting aluminum pop tabs to raise money for Ronald McDonald House in Birmingham. Drop off tabs from 8 a.m.-5p.m. Mondays through Fridays at ALFA Insurance office at 524 U.S. 72 West in Athens, across from Hobbs Jewelers. More information: 256-233-0938.

Farmers market

The farmers market in Athens is now open 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays off Green Street.

Flex class

A SilverSneakers Flex Class to improve cardiovascular health and strength will be 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Round Island Baptist Church gymnasium, 14790 Browns Ferry Road. Everyone welcome. More Information: Janet, 256-614-3530.

Tanner book-lending machine

Athens-Limestone Public Library staff will be at the Tanner book-lending machine from 9:45–10:45 a.m. Fridays to make library cards, teach patrons how to use the book-lending machine and answer questions about library services. More information: Visit www.ALCPL.org or call 256-232-1233.

Burger night

American Veterans Post 21 hosts weekly burger nights from 5–8 p.m. Fridays at 22769 Black Road, Athens. Cost is $5 and includes fries and a drink. Veterans and members receive a 10 percent discount. Proceeds benefit AmVets and American military veterans. More information: AmVetsAl21.com; 256-444-2793.

Karaoke

American Veterans Post 21 hosts weekly karaoke nights from 8 p.m.-midnight Fridays at 22769 Black Road, Athens. Cover is $5 for nonmembers and free for members, with proceeds benefiting AmVets and American military veterans. More information: AmVetsAl21.com.

Game day

Americans Veterans Post 21 hosts weekly game days Saturdays at 22769 Black Road, Athens. Cover is $5 for nonmembers and free for members, with proceeds benefiting AmVets and America military veterans. More information: AmVetsAl21.com.

Spaghetti dinner

Vietnam Veterans of America hosts an all-you-can-eat spaghetti meal from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. and 5–7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month, except November and December, at 17915 W. Elm St., Athens. Cost is $7 and includes spaghetti, cole slaw, garlic bread, dessert and drink. Eat-in and carryout available. Entertainment provided. Profits pay for scholarships for local students. Group orders are asked to call ahead. More information: 256-431-3213.

Country-fried steak

American Veterans Post 21 hosts monthly country-fried steak dinner from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. and 5–7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at 22769 Black Road, Athens. Cost is $6.50 per person and includes golden-fried chopped beef steak in country gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans and a roll. Veterans and members receive a 10 percent discount. More information: AmVetsAl21.com; 256-444-2793.

A Few Good Yards

Limestone County Master Gardeners Association is searching for “a few good yards” to recognize in July. Yards must not be professionally maintained. Nominations, including owner information and photographs of the yard, can be submitted online at mg.aces.edu/limestone/were-looking-for-a-few-good-yards/ or to tlt_brown@charter.net.

CEMETERY CLEANUPS

Shoals Bluff

Shoals Bluff Cemetery, next to Shoals Bluff Church of Christ on Shoals Bluff Road in Minor Hill, Tennessee, will host a decoration day 8 a.m.–noon Saturday, June 16. Those cannot attend may send donations for upkeep to Shoals Bluff Cemetery Fund, c/o W. B. Williams, 27316 Nick Davis Road, Athens, AL 35613. More information: 256-232-2613.

Poplar Creek Cemetery

Poplar Creek Cemetery on Snake Road will host its annual decoration day beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 16. Members of the committee will be there to answer questions and concerns from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Donations can be made at that time. Those who are unable to attend are asked to send donations for upkeep to Poplar Creek Cemetery, P.O. Box 965, Athens, AL 35612.

Pettusville decoration day

Pettusville Cemetery will hold its annual homecoming and decoration day 11 a.m. Sunday, June 17. Guest speaker will be T. Wales. Contributions to cemetery fund may be mailed to: Marcus Hobbs, 26965 Pettusville Road, Elkmont, AL 35620.

Cemetery donations

Yearly donations are now being accepted for upkeep of the Bethel Church of Christ Cemetery. Donations are $50 and should be mailed to: Bethel Cemetery Fund, c/o Tommy Sprague, 25917 Pepper Road, Athens, AL 35613. Family and friends of those buried are asked to remove everything from the graves at the cemetery immediately for mowing season. Exceptions will be made for saddles and vases connected to monuments. At the discretion of the caretaker, anyone who has no made a donation for upkeep of a reserved plot will be subject to removal from reserved status and their plot being made available to families in need. More information: Tommy Sprague, 256-874-8461.

MEETINGS

• NAACP. Limestone County chapter of the NAACP will meet 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 18, at 809 U.S. 72 West, Suite D, in Athens. More information: Wilbert Woodruff, 256-227-8489.

• Master gardeners. Limestone County Master Gardeners Association will hold papercrete class at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 19, at Athens-Limestone Visitors Center on Beaty Street. Cost is $20. Teacher will be Jim Braun, Morgan County artist and master gardener. All welcome. More information: Janet, 256-614-3530.

• Democrat Club. Limestone County Democratic Club will hold its June meeting 7 p.m. Thursday, June 21, at Democratic headquarters, 22143 U.S. 72 East. Guest speaker is Miranda Joseph, candidate for state auditor.

• Federal employees. NARFE, Chapter 1480, will meet 9 a.m. Saturday, June 23, at the Alabama Veterans Museum and Archives at 100 W. Pryor St. in Athens. Rebekah Davis, Limestone County Archives, is guest speaker; breakfast will be served. More information: Dean Morgan, 256-233-0248.

• Al-Anon. Al-Anon group meets 7 p.m. Mondays at Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Rogersville. An time for relatives and friends of alcoholics and other addicts to share their experiences, thoughts and support to solve common problems. More information: Call Sue Vial at 256-762-5977.

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